Week 5 Eng II Vocabulary

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Apathy

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(n.) absence of emotion; showing lack of interest. Synonyms: indifference, lethargy.

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Ordeal

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(n.) an extremely trying test or experience; very unpleasant or difficult experience. Synonyms: trial, agony.

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Infirmary

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(n.) a place to care for sick people. Synonyms: clinic, hospital.

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Stammer

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(v.) involuntarily pausing/repeating of words and phrases with breaks and pauses. Synonyms: repeat, pause.

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Wearily

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(adv.) in a way that shows physical or mental exhaustion from hard work. Synonyms: gloomily, sluggishly, tediously.

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Indifference

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(n.) lack of interest, concern, or sympathy. Example: His indifference to the outcome surprised everyone.

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Lethargy

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(n.) a lack of energy and enthusiasm. Example: The lethargy of the students was evident after the long exam.

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Excruciating

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(adj.) intensely painful. Example: The excruciating pain made it difficult for him to walk.

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Trial

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(n.) a test of the performance, qualities, or suitability of someone or something. Example: The trial of the new software was successful.

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Agony

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(n.) extreme physical or mental suffering. Example: She was in agony after the accident.